Optical Sensor With Photodiode Output for Optical Communication

MALVERN, Pa. — Oct. 13, 2026 — The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced four new Automotive Grade optical sensors to address growing challenges in modern battery management, energy storage, and industrial automation systems. Combining an infrared (IR) emitter and PIN photodiode in miniature 4.4 mm x 2.25 mm x 1.9 mm surface-mount packages, the Vishay Semiconductors VCND2040X02, VCND2040SLX02, VCND2045X02, and VCND2045SLX02 enable reliable, flexible, and wear-free optical communication with data transmission up to 6 Mbit/s between system nodes.